Output Arcade V2.1.0.r14257 May 2026

“I always mess with a sound I find and like by reversing, or slowing down, or speeding up, or chopping it up. I've thrown some samples in reverse and halftime it and you'd be surprised with what all you can come up with.” Reddit · r/edmproduction · 5 years ago

Output Arcade (v2.1.0 and higher) remains a powerhouse in the world of sample-based software instruments, particularly for producers who need high-quality, royalty-free sounds with minimal friction. While early versions focused strictly on loops, the introduced "Note Kits," turning the plugin into a fully playable instrument for melodies and chords. Core Features & Usability Output Arcade v2.1.0.R14257

: Collections of loops and samples mapped to keys for instant triggering and live manipulation. “I always mess with a sound I find

: Reviewers from Resoundsound highlight its slick, colorful, and user-friendly design, which is specifically built to avoid "option paralysis" and encourage "happy accidents". Core Features & Usability : Collections of loops

: Below the surface is a robust customization engine. You can adjust filters, envelopes, and macro effects (like motion delay) or even swap out specific samples within a kit. Workflow Integration

“I found Arcade to be a wonderful sound design tool... It was easy to drag in vocals, then highly manipulate them, and sprinkle them throughout my song.” macProVideo.com

: Multisampled individual instruments that allow you to play chromatically across your keyboard.